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Goat Science and Production

ISBN: 978-0-813-80936-6

February 2010

Wiley-Blackwell

444 pages

Description

Goat Science and Production presents comprehensive, state-of-the-art information on the science of goats and goat production for meat, dairy, and fiber. Chapters provide a fundamental understanding of the goat anatomy and physiology as well as production issues such as welfare, disease management, and feeding. Goat Science and Production is an essential introduction and reference to this increasingly important production animal.

About the Author
Sandra G. Solaiman, PhD, Professional Animal Scientist, is Professor of Animal and Poultry Sciences and Director of the Small Ruminant Research and Education Program at Tuskegee University, AL. She is also an Adjunct Professor at Mississippi State University, MS, and Auburn University, AL.
Features
  • Provides current information on science and production of meat, dairy, and fiber goats
  • Reviews domestic and international production systems
  • Discusses environmental impacts of goat production
  • Includes coverage of economics and marketing of goat production